How to travel from London to Slough

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Compare train and bus for London to Slough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Slough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, while a train costs an average of $21.

Distance: 20 miles (33 km)

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Driving

$21

Average price

$6

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Cheapest

$27

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53m

Average total duration

Fastest

23m

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30m

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2h 8m

Average total duration

1h 38m

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57m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Great Western Railway

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The cheapest way to travel from London to Slough is a bus with an average price of $6.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Slough:

A bus is $15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Slough costing on average $21.

The fastest way to travel from London to Slough is by train with an average journey time of 53m.

Other travel options to Slough take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Slough including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Slough among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 34m faster (23m by train vs 57m by car) and roughly $6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($21 vs $27). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from London to Slough

How to get from London to Slough by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from London to Slough is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National ExpressRE702
    9:30 PM1h07
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    10:37 PMSlough, Wellington Street
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National ExpressRE702
    9:30 PM1h07
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    10:37 PMSlough, Wellington Street
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayW34871
    9:14 AM0h14
    London Paddington (PAD)
    9:28 AMSlough station (SLO)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Great Western RailwayC33158
    12:08 PM0h15
    London Paddington (PAD)
    12:23 PMSlough station (SLO)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC48261
    6:38 AM0h17
    London Paddington (PAD)
    6:55 AMSlough station (SLO)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC33320
    8:35 AM0h20
    London Paddington (PAD)
    8:55 AMSlough station (SLO)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressRE702
    10:30 PM1h07
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    11:37 PMSlough, Wellington Street
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressRE702
    7:30 AM1h10
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    8:40 AMSlough, Wellington Street
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressRE702
    8:45 AM1h15
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    10:00 AMSlough, Wellington Street
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London to Slough

Travel to Slough easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Slough.

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There are 2 options to travel between London and Slough including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Slough is a bus with an average price of $6.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Slough:

A bus is $15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Slough costing on average $21.

The fastest way to travel from London to Slough is by train with an average journey time of 56m.

Other travel options to Slough take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 8m.

The distance from London to Slough is approximately 20 miles (33 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Slough is:
  • Around 20 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Slough as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Slough:
  • Trains mostly depart from London Paddington (PAD) and arrive in Slough station (SLO).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Slough, Wellington Street.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Slough, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, Reading Buses to go to Slough by bus.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Slough by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Slough with the following travel companies:
  • 18 direct buses per day with National Express, Reading Buses.
  • 8 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Omio customers who travel from London to Slough often also extend their vacation to go to Longford, Reading, Birmingham, Manchester, Leicester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Slough and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Slough to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
A visit to Slough can typically be covered in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore its local attractions, parks, and shopping areas.

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